Carlo Ancelotti, the esteemed Italian coach, has been officially announced as the new head coach of the Brazilian national football team for the upcoming 2024 Copa America. Ednaldo Rodrigues, the President of the Brazil Football Confederation, confirmed the appointment, putting an end to the speculation that has surrounded Ancelotti’s future over the past few months. The decision comes after Brazil’s former coach, Tite, stepped down following the conclusion of the 2022 World Cup.
Rodrigues revealed that Ancelotti will take charge of the national team next year, but before that, he will fulfill his remaining duties as the manager of Real Madrid. This move will mark Ancelotti’s first venture into coaching an international side, adding a new dimension to his illustrious career.
In the meantime, Fernando Diniz has been appointed as the head coach of the Brazil Under-20s team, replacing Ramon Menezes, who had been serving on an interim basis. Despite his new role, Diniz will continue his duties at Fluminense, the Brazilian club he currently manages, throughout his tenure with the national team.
Addressing Diniz’s appointment, Rodrigues emphasized that the 49-year-old coach is not an interim solution but has a full 12-month contract with the Brazilian national team. Diniz will then facilitate the transition to Ancelotti, who will arrive just in time for the Copa America.
Carlo Ancelotti’s name is synonymous with success in the world of football. Widely regarded as one of the greatest managers in the sport’s history, he has claimed an unprecedented four Champions League titles as a head coach, twice with AC Milan and twice with Real Madrid.
Currently in his second stint as the manager of Los Blancos, Ancelotti enjoyed a highly successful 2021-2022 campaign, leading Real Madrid to triumph in the Spanish Super Cup, La Liga, and the Champions League. He continued his winning ways in the following season, securing the Copa del Rey, UEFA Super Cup, and Club World Cup.
While Real Madrid has yet to make an official statement regarding Ancelotti’s departure, the focus for the club remains on the upcoming season, with preparations well underway.
At Real Madrid, Ancelotti has the privilege of working with three talented Brazilian players: Eder Militao, Vinicius Junior, and Rodrygo. These individuals are expected to play crucial roles for Ancelotti’s Brazil during the 2024 Copa America.
Brazil’s national team recently faced Senegal in a friendly match on June 20, suffering a 4-2 defeat. Disappointingly, they have lost three out of their last four matches, including a penalty shootout loss to Croatia in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup.
During the summer transfer window, Real Madrid has been active in the market, securing the services of Jude Bellingham and Fran Garcia from Borussia Dortmund and Rayo Vallecano, respectively. Additionally, Joselu has joined on loan from Espanyol. Brahim Diaz, who was previously on loan at AC Milan, has returned to the club and signed a new long-term contract with Bernabeu.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid has bid farewell to four first-team players, with Karim Benzema, Marco Asensio, Eden Hazard, and Mariano Diaz leaving the club on free transfers.
As anticipation builds for the 2024 Copa America, all eyes will be on Ancelotti as he takes charge of the talented Brazilian squad, aiming to guide them to success in one of South America’s most prestigious football tournaments.